Who We AreEverything Policy helps make sense of the crucial policy behind America’s most pressing issues.Everything PolicyEP_e8fc3e08-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea00Know THE FACTS. Be a part of THE CONVERSATION. ~ Everything Policy is your go-to policy information resource. We research, analyze and publish facts-first content that helps inform and inspire thoughtful conversation to help drive sound policy outcomes for America's most pressing issues. ^^ Everything Policy is a registered 501(c)(3) organization.American PublicWe serve the American public, Students + educators, Policymakers StudentsEducatorsPolicymakersEverything Policy TeamWe are optimistic about the future of America and proud to be part of it. Our goal is to surround ourselves with others who possess an extensive set of experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. ^^ We believe the system can work and have come together to help inform and inspire others. Our goal is to encourage meaningful dialogue, participation and action in the policy that shapes the world around us.Ashley MartinDirector of Development ~ Ashley's educational background includes a Bachelors of Arts degree in English from Georgia Southern University and a Master of Arts from American Military University. She also holds an American Bar Association Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Gainesville State College, along with eight years of honorable service to the U.S. Navy. With 20 years of fundraising experience, she’s secured more than $60 million across various sectors, and firmly believes that the human experience depends on interconnectedness as life requires citizens to become more informed, more efficient, and united for an enhanced quality of life in our communities.Carolyn HolmesResearch Content Lead ~ Carolyn E. Holmes is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She earned her PhD in 2015 from Indiana University. Her scholarship focuses on democratization and nationalism.Lee CarpenterGrant Writing ~ Since 1980 Lee Carpenter has been working with faculty and interdisciplinary faculty teams on funding searches and approaches to funders, proposal development, and proposal submission. She has both participated in and coordinated the development of large-scale research proposals for NSF and NIH centers and training programs, including identifying potential partners and related resources that would strengthen a proposal's funding potential. She has worked on successful proposals to the Pew Charitable Trusts, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and W. T. Grant Foundation, among others.Debbie McManusDirector of Operations ~ As the Director of Operations at Everything Policy, Debbie oversees the nonprofit's initiatives to research and publish nonpartisan policy content that educates and engages the public. With experience in nonprofit management and community affairs, she is dedicated to making policy issues accessible and understandable for all audiences. Her previous roles have included community outreach and support in educational settings, reinforcing her commitment to impactful public service.Kim OwensPolicy Education Program ~ Kim Owens has been teaching AP United States Government and Politics at Shaker Heights High School since 2002. She has been involved with the AP Reading since 2003 and for the last eight years has served as the Assistant to the Chief Reader. She is a former member of the Curriculum Design and Assessment Committee, as well as a former member of the Test Development Committee for both the legacy and resigned AP Exams. Currently she provides support to AP teachers as the moderator of the online AP U.S. Government and Politics Teacher Community and as an endorsed consultant for the College Board. She is a contributing author for the first AP edition of American Politics and Government Today published by Norton. She has a degree in economics, with a minor in political science, from the University of Michigan and received her Master in Curriculum and Instruction from Cleveland State University.Danielle StewartDirector of Corporate Communications ~ Danielle is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of experience spanning across Marketing, Public Relations and Customer Advocacy. At Everything Policy, she oversees corporate communications, and in her free time enjoys exploring the best local restaurants with her son and husband.Robert HolahanResearch Content Lead ~ Robert Holahan is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Binghamton University (SUNY), where his teaching and research focuses on environmental policy and economics. He earned his PhD in Political Science at Indiana University, working with Nobel Laureate Elinor Ostrom, and his MA and BA in Economics at Washington University in St. Louis. He enjoys camping in the Adirondacks with his dog and wife, and is a big fan of the Minnesota Twins.Dr. William BiancoResearch Director ~ Dr. William Bianco received his PhD in Political Science from the University of Rochester. He is Professor of Political Science and Director of the Indiana Political Analytics Workshop at Indiana University. His current research is on representation, political identities, and the politics of scientific research.Everything Policy Board of DirectorsJon KaimanBoard Member ~ As a board member of Everything Policy, Jon brings extensive experience in public service, having served as Deputy County Executive for Suffolk County and Special Advisor to Governor Cuomo during the Superstorm Sandy recovery effort. With a background in local government and law, he is dedicated to promoting accessible policy education and fostering informed civic engagement. His commitment to community development is rooted in his years of leadership in various governmental roles, including Town Supervisor of North Hempstead. Jon earned his Juris Doctorate from Hofstra Law School and a Master of Public Administration degree from Harvard.Jason McKibbinCo-Founder Board Member ~ As a co-founder and volunteer on the Executive Steering Committee of Everything Policy, Jason is dedicated to creating nonpartisan, accessible policy content that educates students and informs policymakers. With over 20 years of experience across diverse industries including SaaS, machine learning, medical devices, and logistics, he leverages his extensive background in leadership and strategic development to promote understanding of crucial policy issues. His mission is to foster sound decision-making that improves the quality of life in America, ensuring that everyone has access to unbiased information on important topics.Bill LossCo-Founder Board Member ~ As co-founder and Board member of Everything Policy, Bill provides over 30 years of experience in driving innovation and bringing meaningful impact to a breadth of industries. His diverse background in building and scaling teams, while focusing on delivering sustainable, long-term value, helps ensure organizational continuity. Bill is passionate about the effects of public policy in our daily lives and actively supports nonprofits that assist individuals who serve our country, people with disabilities, and those promoting wildlife and environmental sustainability.Everything Policy PartnersMore Like USFor Civic Learning Week, we hosted a panel on "Less Stress, More Learning" in collaboration with More Like US and the ASU Center for American Civics. The panel is now available for streaming as a podcast on the Arizona Civics Podcast.ASU Center for American CivicsActiVoteWe've joined forces with ActiVote to provide policy information to hundreds of thousands of ActiVote users!High School StudentsPolicy Education Program for High School Students ~ The Policy Education Program is designed to provide students with an immersive educational experience that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. Our program introduces students to the world of policy and government in the US through materials that encourage critical thinking and civic engagement.A future where sound policy improves the quality of life in America_e8fc409c-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea00To research, analyze and publish facts-first, easy-to-digest policy content that helps educate our youth, engage the American public and support policymakers in understanding and intercepting policy issues_e8fc4196-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea00PolicyWe remain committed to maintaining a 360° perspective in helping to prioritize, assess and track progress of policies that impact our daily lives.PerspectiveDialogueParticipationActionProgressVotingStrengthen voter participation_e8fc41fa-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea001American PublicServing the american publicStrengthening voter participation by providing greater access to short-form, easy to digest policy information and streamlining communication with elected officials.InformationProviding greater access to short-form, easy to digest policy information_e8fc4254-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea001.1CommunicationsStreamline communication with elected officials_e8fc42b8-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea001.2Elected OfficialsKnowledgeOffer a pathway for shared knowledge_e8fc431c-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea002StudentsServing students + educatorsEducatorsOffering a pathway for shared knowledge that fosters an awareness of the impacts of policy, and encourages thoughtful dialogue and civic engagement.PoliciesFoster awareness of the impacts of policy_e8fc4376-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea002.1Engagement & DialogueEncourage thoughtful dialogue and civic engagement_e8fc440c-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea002.2OutcomesAlign outcomes with the needs of constituents_e8fc4470-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea003Policymakersserving policymakers our impactProviding access to market research, industry data and voter sentiment regarding key policy initiatives that better align outcomes with the needs of constituents.MarketsProvide access to market research_e8fc44d4-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea003.1IndustriesProvide access to industry data_e8fc456a-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea003.2SentimentsProvide access to voter sentiment regarding key policy initiatives_e8fc45ce-a1dc-11ef-847b-3cdf1483ea003.3Voters2024-11-13https://www.everythingpolicy.org/who-we-areOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net